Difference between MD in Pediatrics and DNB in Pediatrics

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Pediatrics is one of the medical specialties, which deals with the treatment of infants, children and teenagers. To become a pediatrician, one should need either MD in Pediatrics or DNB in Pediatrics. Both of these degrees are considered as equivalent even though there is a little difference between them. Diplomate of National Board (DNB) is awarded by National Board of Examinations (NBE). This degree can be obtained from the Institutes listed under National Board of Examinations. Medical Council of India has no direct role in giving this degree. Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Pediatrics is the degree awarded by the Institutes listed under Medical Council of India.

MD in Pediatrics and its Opportunities

The basic qualification needed for those who aspire to obtain MD in Pediatrics is MBBS degree from any Institute approved by Medical Council of India. They should also have completed one year internship after their MBBS degree. Pediatricians who have MD degree can find opportunities in both government and private sector. They can also work as a teaching faculty at any Medical Institute.

DNB in Pediatrics and its Opportunities

The basic qualification needed for those who aspire to obtain DNB in Pediatrics is MBBS degree from any Institute approved by Medical Council of India. They should pass the exam conducted by the National Board of Examinations to obtain the DNB. They should have also completed three year post-MBBS residency training at any teaching hospital approved by this Board. Usually government hospitals prefer MD degree holders than DNB degree holders for the post of Pediatrician. Government Institutions also prefers MD degree holders for teaching than DNB holders. Therefore DNB holders can find vast opportunities in the private sector than public sector.

Key differences between MD in Pediatrics and DNB in Pediatrics

MD in Pediatrics is the degree awarded by Medical Council of India

DNB in Pediatrics is the degree awarded by National Board of Examinations

The Common Entrance Test conducted by National Board of Examinations for DNB degree is more difficult than the entrance test for MD degree. Both these qualifications are given equal weightage if a candidates wish to go for further higher studies in this field. Even though there is a slight difference in these degrees, roles and responsibilities of pediatrician who holds any of these qualifications are the same.

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6 Responses to “Difference between MD in Pediatrics and DNB in Pediatrics”

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Rekha Gupta: On January 5th, 2014

After completing DNB will a candidate be eligible for supers peciality?

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anupriya saxena: On June 25th, 2013

what is better DNB pediatrics or MD anesthesia ?

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xxx: On June 19th, 2013

I would like to know whether either of these degrees are valid abroad?Iespecially since dnb being a diploma course..

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nilesh: On June 4th, 2013

Editor must be DNB
I bet the MD is highest demanding degree among aspirants . If one independently want to compare competition difference between both , I will say compare clerical level examination competition with UPSC super class 1 level examination and you will understand difference . Only losers take DNB dude.

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DR.URJIT RANA: On April 14th, 2013

Respected , i am presently doing Government Job as medical officer in corporation.i am on contract basis. when i will become permanent that i don’t know .Even my clinical touch has become weak do to such administrative job.

I would like to do either critical care or emergency medicine. But i do not how to go for ?

i have some more question about it .

1 Difference between this two in terms of job opportunities,perks of salary or individual setup
2. abroad scope or study there about this two
3. which is best of best university or college that offer such course ?